Having one of the most revered voices in music, co-signed by music icons Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Fantasia makes quite the return as she announces a stellar 29-city, North American tour she headlines with Robin Thicke, Tank, and The Bonfyre. Supporting acts may vary based on location. Fans will hear their favorite Fantasia hits along with a first-live-listen of songs from her soon-to-be-released 7th studio album, Sketchbook — set for an October release via Rock Soul/BMG. You won’t want to miss this star-studded group as they touch most of the major cities around the country. For more information on tour details including special VIP packages, visit www.FantasiaOfficial.com.
Fantasia had this to say about the upcoming tour and what fans can eagerly expect: “I’ve been blessed to perform all over the world and have never been as excited & hungry to hit the stage as I am for this tour! The stage is my sacred place and where I feel most connected with people through my music. This tour is sure to be one that’s full of great surprises, incredible energy, and an absolutely great time for everyone who is able to come party with Rock Soul in the city nearest you.”
The announcements do not cease here, with the exuberating release of her second single “PTSD” featuring T-Pain. While remaining sexy and provocative with its infectious, laid-back beat, “PTSD” speaks to good riddance of a love that is far from conducive to your mental-health stability.
“This was a much edgier song for me but one that I felt was needed on the Sketchbook album. Many people have experienced disappointment in the pursuit of love, but refuse to let one bad experience dictate their entire outlook on love & romance overall,” Fantasia says about the track.
“PTSD” serves as the sophomore single after the release of “Enough,” which peaked at number two on the Billboard Adult R&B charts, was featured on both Spotify’s New Music Friday and Apple Music’s R&B Hot Tracks playlists, and garnered a hail of praise after Fantasia’s invigorating performance of the single at the 2019 BET Awards. Acclaimed as doing “Anita and Whitney proud,” and giving “real rhythm and blues, old soul power love R&B feel” “Enough” grabbed the ear of the masses. “PTSD” is set to do the same with its sultry, potent feel that everyone can connect with. Both tracks give a gratifying glimpse into the direction Fantasia is taking for the highly-anticipated album Sketchbook.
FANTASIA 2019 North American Tour Dates
10.17 – Columbia, SC – Township Auditorium
10-18 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
10-19 – Southhaven, – Landers Center
10-20 – St Louis, MO – Chaifetz Arena
10-24 – Buffalo, NY – Shea’s PAC
10-25 – New York – Hulu Theatre
10-26 – Philadelphia, PA – Liacouras Center
10-27 – Fairfax, VA (DC) – Eagle Bank Arena
11-01 – Baltimore, MD – UMBC Center
11-02 – Norfolk, VA – Constant Center
11-03 – Richmond, VA – Altria Theatre
11-07 – Columbus, OH – Palace Theatre
11-08 – Cleveland, OH – State Theatre
11-09 – Chicago, IL – Wintrust Arena
11-10 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
11-14 – Grand Prairie, TX – Verizon Theatre
11-15 – Jackson, MS – Mississippi Coliseum
11-16 – New Orleans, LA – Lakefront Arena
11-17 – Shreveport, LA – Municipal Auditorium
11-21 – Augusta, GA – James Brown Arena
11-22 – Hollywood, FL – Seminole Hard Rock Casino
11-23 – Tampa, FL – Juengling Center
11-24 – Columbus, GA – Civic Center
11-27 – Houston, TX – Smart Financial Center
11-29 – Charlotte, NC – Bojangles Coliseum
11-30 – Savannah, GA – Civic Center
12-1 – Raleigh, NC – PNC
12-5 – Oakland, CA – Paramount Theatre
12- 6 – Los Angeles, CA – Microsoft Theatre
